Vision & Objectives

Total Wellness was established in 2001 by faculty in the Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP) at Texas State University-San Marcos to provide Texas State employees and residents of the San Marcos community with opportunities to improve their physical “well-being” and deepen their social connection.

VisionTotal Wellness will be a leader in enhancing the health and quality of life of Texas State employees and residents of the San Marcos community.

MissionThe mission of Total Wellness is to offer safe and effective programs and services that both promote physical activity, weight control, social interaction, and other positive healthy behaviors and appeal to individuals with diverse interests, fitness levels, abilities, origins, and ages.

GoalsThe primary goals of Total Wellness are to envision, develop, and implement programs that:

promote physical activity

improve dietary habits

reduce sedentary behaviors

support social interaction

encourage the adoption of other healthy behaviors

increase awareness of healthy behaviors, available health resources, and the benefits of physical activity and proper nutrition